These male walruses are on thin ice—literally. | National Geographic Animals

Historically, walruses rarely ventured onto land. But in recent years, with warming waters, the sea has been free of ice, and too many walruses are forced to haul out onto the beach. For the short documentary “Haulout,” about climate change and its consequences on the Pacific walrus population, the filmmakers lived in a tiny hut in Russia, where they were surrounded by walruses on three occasions. | The New Yorker

Amazing walrus vocalizations! 🎵 Walruses are social animals and are known for their unique and loud vocalizations. A male walrus roar can reach levels of up to 120 decibels, making them one of the loudest sounds produced by marine mammals. Learn more interesting, fun facts about walruses at www.pdza.org/10-walrus-facts 🤓 The caps on the walrus tusks are to help protect them as they grow - similar to a night guard for human teeth! 📹: Keeper Kristyn | Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium

Walrus Practices Vocalizations